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The 2018 Winter Olympics are over, culminating in incredible feats of athleticism and spirit, heartbreak and victory. At Moms on the Run, we’re continuing to celebrate the Olympic spirit — but for another reason. We’re excited to announce Carrie Tollefson, a 2004 Olympian and career runner, is joining our team as Fitness Director.

Tara Grill never saw herself as a runner. At the young age of 15, she was diagnosed with lupus, an autoimmune disease that can damage any part of the body, from skin to joints to organs. Sustained physical activity historically had not been an option for Tara.

Four years ago, when Port Washington (NY) Moms on the Run opened, she recalls being asked, “Can you run for just one minute?” That’s what it took for her to say ‘yes’ — and she’s never looked back.

Erin Edlund calls Moms on the Run a life-sustaining force. Her journey began in 2011 when she joined the Apple Valley group. She had a stressful job, was a new wife, had just completed her master’s degree, and ended up with a complicated pregnancy. After the birth of her daughter, she struggled to get back into an exercise routine. She also was the first in her group of career-oriented friends to become a mom, and she was feeling alone. Finding Moms on the Run was the perfect solution to the two challenges she faced.

Jacksonville (FL) Moms on the Run owner and head coach Amy Magdalein has dreamed of running the New York City Marathon — the largest marathon in the world — for years. She was inspired by her mom, whose first marathon was in NYC exactly thirty years ago. On Nov. 5, Amy succeeded in running her bucket-list race by crossing the finish line at 4:05:22 — and crushing her former marathon PR by 30 minutes!

Stay motivated with us during the holidays by participating in our annual Healthy Holiday Challenge! Our goal is to help you maintain your weight and reward you for staying active during this busy, festive season. Starting Nov. 27, earn points when you complete healthy lifestyle activities.

Cottage Grove Moms on the Run member Amy Mangtani ran the entire spring/summer season pregnant, including our kickoff race the Run Like a Mother 5k in May and our season finale the Moms on the Run 5K at the end of August. On September 23, Maya Jean was born, weighing a healthy 7 lbs, 9 oz and measuring 20.75 inches long. Amy had sweet Maya's newborn photos taken with her MOTR shirt and finisher medals. How adorable is that?!

Hastings member Apryl Wagner joined Moms on the Run in 2013 to train and stay in shape for the annual fitness test she endures as a member of the 133rd airlift wing of the Minnesota Air National Guard. What she didn’t realize is that it would be therapy for another major battle she’d endure, as well.

Look up the word ‘perseverance’ in the dictionary and you may find Tammy Kuehne’s name in the definition. Tammy was selected at our August Celebration Dinner in Minneapolis as Moms on the Run's 2017 Most Inspirational Member.

Erin Collins admits she has never maintained an exercise routine longer than three months — until she found Moms on the Run.

Two years ago, after having major back surgery, her doctor stressed how important it was for her to get active. She learned about MOTR through her friend — and now coach and nominator — Stephanie Veldhouse. She jumped right into the learn-to-run 5K training offered through St. Paul Highland Moms on the Run — and has never looked back.

Hayley was nominated by her Head Coach, due to the extreme dedication she has shown since Day One in Springfield Moms on the Run. She joined us our very first season in Springfield, Missouri and hasn't looked back! She had never been a runner, but was looking to get in shape after having her second son.

Hayley never missed a class, sometimes even bringing both kids under the age of 4 with her. She was so determined to make it work!

Making no excuses, she shows up and works hard every time. She is now a volunteer coach and just ran her first full marathon. Through a tough schedule, sick kids, and a busy husband, Hayley has never given up on her goals.

"Moms on the Run was the catalyst for immense personal growth and life changes that I so desperately needed. I went from non-runner to marathon runner, afraid of fitness to fitness fanatic, and from always believing I couldn't, to believing that NOTHING is out of my reach. I am forever grateful. Without my local Moms on the Run chapter and ladies, I wouldn't be the person I am today!"

This months most inspiring mom is Cheri Ruliffson from West Fargo! She shared with us on our Facebook page an awesome story about her experience running with Moms on the Run and how it has impacted her family and we just couldn't resist sharing it with you.

I am one of those runners that will never "win" a race, I will never be the fastest, and I will never run the longest, but because of my Moms on the Run group I will continue to cross start and finish lines. My sons come and watch me once a year at our end of season race. They give me hugs and flowers but don't understand "why it takes mom so long", and why I'm happy since I didn't "win." My response has always been "everyone who crosses the finish line is a winner." I have been lucky enough to run with many of the same women since West Fargo Moms on the Run started four years ago. Last season I saw many of them push themselves to complete their first 1/2 and full marathons. I was in awe of the commitment and strength it took them and their families to accomplish these goals. So my favorite team moment was when my sons and I got to cheer them on at the finish line. I was so proud I cried as each of them crossed the finish line but most importantly I was grateful for the lesson in sportsmanship it gave my oldest son.

Cheri's story about how her participation in Moms on the Run and her support of her team, and the inspiration and influence that they have all been on her sons make her an amazing and inspiring mom! She began running in West Fargo four years ago after moving with her husband Brian and family to North Dakota from California. She wanted to up her fitness game to be able to keep up with her two boys Joseph (now 9) and Benjamin (now 6). Cheri had never ran before but had just taken a huge risk moving across the country, away from my family and friends, so she was already in risk mode and figured-"What have I got to lose?"

Moms on the Run is the thing that Cheri never knew she needed in her life... She now runs for her health, her family, and for her friends. She runs to be an example and an inspiration. Thank you Cheri! For showing us that taking that risk to join Moms on the Run was worth it!

Being part of Moms on the Run is so much more than belonging to a running group. Your MOTR teammates become your inner circle. Your confidantes. Women supporting other women through their fitness (and other challenging life) journeys.​We've brought back our #MOTRstrong contest once again to challenge you to share what makes you feel connected, confident and STRONG. We want to see your Instagram posts this season showcasing your most meaningful moments with Moms on the Run for a chance to win some great prizes from our partners!#MOTRstrong CategoriesWe’ve got four great categories that are meaningful to our signature 18-week training experience. Take a photo of one or more of these categories and post them to Instagram with #MOTRstrong and #MomsOnTheRun and the category hashtag to enter the contest. One winner will be announced at the end of each month for May, June, July and August. We’ll also highlight winning entries on our Facebook page.Here’s what we’re looking for:

#MOTRtravels: We know you're taking your runs and MOTR gear with you this spring and summer. Show us where to! We want to see those palm trees, landmarks, skylines, or anything new you're able to experience during a workout or race away from your usual trails.

#LoveMyTeam: Your teammates inspire you. They cheer you up when you’re having a bad day (or bad run). They make you laugh so hard that you snort water out of your nose. Share photos that show us why you love your teammates, even if you couldn’t possibly fit all of them in one photo.

#Unstoppable: Whether you encounter injury-related setbacks or challenges of a completely different type, we want to see what keeps you going. We want to see what motivates you .

#MOTRselfie: How about capturing your pre-workout determination or post-workout pride? Or even just the fun spirit of your moments with your best runner friends (BRFs)? Snap a selfie any time while wearing your MOTR gear.

If you’re not on Instagram we would love to have you join the conversation anyway by posting with these hashtags to Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest!Contest Rules

Must be 18 or older to participate.

Must post photo to Instagram with #MOTRstrong, #MomsOnTheRun and category hashtag to enter.

Moms on the Run staff will review Instagram posts and pick one (1) winner each month (in May, June, July and August) based on creativity, number of categories submitted, number of photos/posts submitted, number of likes and staff favorites.